This is the current affairs 7 & 8 April 2026. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
1. Under whose mediation was a two-week ceasefire agreed upon between Iran and the United States?
a. India
b. Pakistan
c. Turkey
d. Egypt
Answer: b. Pakistan
– After 40 days of ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, a two-week ceasefire has finally been agreed upon.
– Trump accepted discussions on Iran’s ten conditions and used Shahbaz Sharif to save face.
– U.S. President Donald Trump said the decision was taken after an appeal from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Army Chief.
– Before the ceasefire, Trump had issued a strong warning to Iran that if ships were not given safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, he would destroy its entire civilization. He also threatened strikes on key infrastructure.
How the ceasefire happened and what will follow:
– According to a New York Times report, the deal was made possible through Pakistan’s mediation and last-minute intervention by China.
– Pakistan had proposed the two-week ceasefire, which Iran accepted.
– Under the agreement, the U.S. and Israel will stop their attacks. Iran will also halt its attacks.
– During this period, safe passage of oil, gas, and other vessels through the Strait of Hormuz will be ensured with the help of the Iranian military.
– This ceasefire will also apply to Lebanon and other regions. After this, formal talks between the U.S. and Iran will begin on April 10 in Islamabad.
Iran sent a 10-point plan to the U.S.:
– Trump said that Iran has sent a 10-point plan to the United States, and further discussions can be held on it.
– Iran’s Supreme National Security Council claimed that the U.S. has accepted its 10-point proposal.
– According to the council, the agreement has been made on Iran’s terms and is being described as a victory for the country.
Iran’s 10-point plan to the U.S.:
– Complete cessation of attacks
– Removal of all sanctions
– Return of frozen assets
– Permanent end to the war (not just a ceasefire)
– Withdrawal of U.S. forces from the Middle East
– Compensation for war damages
– Control over the Strait of Hormuz
– Safe passage with conditions (under Iranian military coordination)
– Proposal to charge about $2 million per ship, to be shared with Oman
– End to regional conflicts, including attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon
Strait of Hormuz to remain open for two weeks:
– Under the ceasefire agreement, the Strait of Hormuz will remain open for the next two weeks.
Iran’s Foreign Minister stated that safe passage of ships will be ensured with the help of the Iranian military.
– This means shipping through the Strait will take place under “controlled transit.”
– During the war, shipping in this route had nearly come to a halt, raising concerns in global markets. Its reopening is expected to normalize supply.
– According to Iran’s proposal, each ship passing through will be charged about $2 million, shared with Oman.
– U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier demanded that the Strait of Hormuz be fully opened, after which this ceasefire deal became possible.
– The decision to open the Strait has also impacted markets, with oil prices falling by 15–16%.
– However, experts say the arrangement is temporary and uncertainty still remains.
Celebrations in Iran after ceasefire:
– As soon as news of the two-week ceasefire between the U.S.-Israel and Iran emerged, celebrations began in Tehran. Large numbers of people took to the streets on Wednesday morning to express happiness.
– People waved Iranian flags and celebrated. Many carried posters and photographs. During the celebrations, people also carried images of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who died on February 28, the first day of the war, in a U.S.-Israel attack.
– After 40 days of continuous tension and attacks, the ceasefire has brought relief and enthusiasm among people.
Pakistan invited U.S. and Iran for talks in Islamabad:
– Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that both countries have been invited for face-to-face talks in Islamabad on April 10.
– In a social media post, he stated that the U.S. and Iran, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire. He said this ceasefire will apply to all regions including Lebanon.
– He added that the aim of the talks in Islamabad is to find a permanent resolution to all disputes. Pakistan hopes this initiative will help bring lasting peace and stability to the region.
Trump shared Iran Foreign Minister’s statement:
– Trump shared a statement by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on his social media platform Truth Social. The statement confirmed the two-week ceasefire agreement and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
– Araghchi thanked Pakistan and its leadership, stating that they played an important role in ending the war in the region. He said that if attacks on Iran stop, its armed forces will also halt defensive actions.
Iranian Supreme Leader ordered halt to attacks:
– After the ceasefire agreement, Iran ordered a halt to attacks. About two hours after Trump’s ceasefire announcement, Iran’s Supreme Leader ordered all military units to stop firing.
– A statement read on Iran’s state news channel IRIB said all military branches must follow the Supreme Leader’s instructions and immediately cease fire.
– However, the statement also said that this is not the end of the war, but a temporary step. Despite this, all military units have been instructed to strictly follow the order.
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2. Who has become the new Managing Director (MD) and CEO of Yes Bank?
a. Prashant Kumar
b. Vinay Muralidhar Tonse
c. Deepak Chahar
d. Rahul Tewatia
Answer: b. Vinay Muralidhar Tonse
– Private sector Yes Bank appointed Vinay Muralidhar Tonse for a term of three years.
– His appointment was made on April 6, 2026.
– He replaced Prashant Kumar, whose tenure ended on April 5.
– Tonse has more than three and a half decades of experience in the banking sector.
– He has worked in areas such as treasury, retail banking, corporate banking, international operations, and asset management.
– He has also served as Managing Director of the State Bank of India (SBI).
Yes Bank
Headquarters: Mumbai
Founded: 2003
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The CEO of Air India stepped down in April 2026 before completing his five-year tenure. Name him.
a. Pieter Elbers
b. Willie Walsh
c. Campbell Wilson
d. David Headley
Answer: c. Campbell Wilson
– Air India’s CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson resigned on April 6, 2026.
– His tenure was until September 2027, but he had already indicated that he did not want to extend his term.
– Therefore, the company had started searching for a new CEO from January 2026, and now the process has been accelerated.
– Wilson took charge in July 2022.
– His resignation comes at a time when Air India has been facing losses.
– After the aircraft accident in 2025, regulatory scrutiny also increased.
– This affected the company’s image and operations.
Before joining Air India, Wilson served as CEO of Scoot, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines.
– During his tenure, Vistara was successfully merged with Air India.
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4. Who became the world’s first archery champion to win a gold medal at the 2026 World Para Archery Series despite being a quadruple amputee (limbless)?
a. Payal Nag
b. Varsha Devi
c. Preeti Pal
d. Avani Lekhara
Answer: a. Payal Nag
– 18-year-old Payal from Odisha won the gold medal on April 4, 2026, in Bangkok by defeating world champion Sheetal Devi 139–136.
– Born in a daily wage laborer’s family in Balangir district, Payal lost all her limbs at the age of eight due to an electric shock.
– After the incident, she spent some time in an orphanage.
– With extraordinary courage, she gradually rebuilt her life.
– A turning point came when a video of her painting with her mouth went viral.
– Coach Kuldeep Kumar Vedwan recognized her talent in archery and brought her to the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Archery Academy in Katra.
– Payal developed a unique shooting method using a specially designed artificial arm.
– She stabilizes the bow with the artificial arm and uses her shoulder and mouth to operate the trigger mechanism.
– India won seven gold, five silver, and four bronze medals among archers from nine countries in the series.
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5. Assamese footballer Gilbertson Sangma passed away on April 4, 2026. Which of the state’s highest civilian honors had he received?
a. Assam Saurabh Award
b. Assam Saurav
c. Khel Ratna
d. Assam Vaibhav
Answer: a. Assam Saurabh Award
– The 71-year-old Sangma was popularly known as the “Man of Golden Boot.”
– He was selected for the Indian national football team in 1975.
– He represented India in international matches in Indonesia and Thailand.
– For his contribution to sports, he was honored with the Assam Saurabh Award in 2022.
– It is the second-highest civilian award of the state.
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6. In which Union Territory did ISRO launch ‘Mission Mitra’ (Mission for Integrated Technology Research and Application)?
a. Jammu & Kashmir
b. Ladakh
c. Chandigarh
d. Puducherry
Answer: b. Ladakh
– ISRO launched Mission Mitra on April 4, 2026, in Leh.
– It is designed for physical and mental health training of astronauts for the Gaganyaan mission.
– The program will run until April 9 at altitudes between 3,500 to 5,000 meters in Leh.
– A Mars- and Moon-like environment has been created at the site.
– A ground-based human spaceflight support system has been developed for training.
– Astronauts will experience hypoxia (low oxygen), low temperatures, and isolation-like conditions.
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7. Who was the winner of the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026?
a. Jharkhand
b. Odisha
c. Karnataka
d. Chhattisgarh
Answer: c. Karnataka
– Karnataka won the overall champion title.
– In the inaugural edition, around 3,800 athletes from 30 states and Union Territories participated in nine sports disciplines.
– A total of 106 gold medals were awarded.
– The state won 15 gold medals in swimming.
– It also won 5 gold medals in athletics and 3 in wrestling.
– Karnataka’s Manikanta L was the most successful athlete with 8 gold and 1 silver medal.
– Odisha was the only state to win at least one gold medal in all six competitive sports.
– Karnataka: 23 Gold, 8 Silver, 7 Bronze
– Odisha: 21 Gold, 15 Silver, 21 Bronze
– Jharkhand: 16 Gold, 8 Silver, 11 Bronze
Note:
– Host Chhattisgarh secured ninth place with 3 gold, 10 silver, and 6 bronze medals.
– From which country is Olympic and World
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8. Badminton Champion Carolina Marín, who has retired from badminton?
a. Japan
b. France
c. Portugal
d. Spain
Answer: d. Spain
– The 32-year-old Marin retired due to a serious ACL ligament injury.
– She won the gold medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
– She became the first European woman to win an Olympic gold medal in badminton.
– She was also the first woman to win three World Championships (2014, 2015, 2018).
– She held the world No. 1 ranking for a record 66 weeks and won a record seven European Championships.
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9. When is World Health Day celebrated?
a. April 7
b. April 6
c. April 5
d. April 4
Answer: a. April 7
Theme 2026:
– Together for health. Stand with science
– World Health Day is celebrated every year on the foundation day of the World Health Organization (WHO).
– WHO was established on this day in 1948.
– WHO is an autonomous organization working under the United Nations to promote global health issues.
– The main objective of World Health Day is to raise awareness about health issues affecting people worldwide.
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10. Which portal did the National Housing Bank (NHB) launch to simplify the home loan process for defense personnel, paramilitary forces, and government employees?
a. Griha Sajha
b. Griha Sugam
c. Griha Avedan
d. Griha Nirman
Answer: b. Griha Sugam
– The National Housing Bank (NHB) launched the ‘Griha Sugam Portal’ on March 26, 2026.
– Under this initiative, eligible individuals can now apply for home loans digitally from their workplace, eliminating the need to visit banks or financial institutions.
– This initiative will help advance the goal of “Housing for All.”
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